Recently, Saudi Arabia has been opening its doors to become a tourism destination, making tourist visa acquisition significantly easier than before when it was considered virtually impossible. Since 2019, the introduction of an electronic visa (eVisa) system has enabled online applications, which is a very welcome development for travelers. This article will introduce the detailed […]
View this post on Instagram In the western suburbs of Medina, where gentle winds from the desert blow through, “Bait Sa’af” and “Yathrib” stand side by side. These two neighboring restaurants have gained attention for their immersive settings that recreate traditional dining experiences, capturing the spotlight on social media platforms like TikTok and earning passionate
After completing our tour of Jabal Al-Banat, the bus takes us to the main dish of the Hegra ruins complex – the famous massive tomb structure featured in many tourist photos and postcards. Today, I’ll focus on our visit to the Tomb of Lihyan, son of Kuza, and Jabal Al-Ahmar. Tomb of Lihyan, Son of
In the previous report, I covered up to the departure of the Hegra ruins tour. This time, I’ll report on the experience after finally stepping into the archaeological complex. The ruins enveloped in the soft light of dusk were truly breathtakingly beautiful. Travel by Bus View from the bus window. Hegra ruins pass by one
I’d like to share my experience visiting the Hegra archaeological site in AlUla, Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia began issuing tourist visas in 2019, gradually gaining attention as a tourist destination. Today, I’ll report on everything from booking the Hegra ruins tour to the day of the visit in this first part! What is Hegra? Let
Join the Arab community just by wearing one? An introduction to the kufiya (shemagh) While traveling through the Arabian Peninsula in midsummer, I became captivated by the charm of the traditional headcloth called “kufiya” (also known as shemagh or shmagh). What started as a souvenir I somewhat reluctantly purchased gradually became an essential travel item.
Can you imagine what the night streets of holy Medina are like? Today, I’ll be reporting on “Quba Front,” a popular nightspot among locals. In Saudi Arabia, people’s real day actually begins after sunset. Saudi Arabian Lifestyle Rhythm – Why People Come Alive at Night As I mentioned in my previous article about AlUla, in
Elephant Rock after sunset is truly the highlight of any AlUla journey “Elephant Rock? Isn’t it just a rock?” At first, I thought so too. However, after actually visiting, I realized this preconception was completely wrong. This massive rock formation located in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, is filled with charms beyond its appearance. In this article,
For travelers visiting AlUla, a tourist destination in Saudi Arabia, securing transportation is one of the major challenges. This article explains in detail the “AlUla Taxi” service available in AlUla, including its features, how to use it, and important points to note. Transportation Situation in AlUla Smooth transit like in other cities is difficult in
In my previous article, I introduced the booking process and important tips for using the Haramain High Speed Railway (HHR Train). This time, I’ll share my actual riding experience from Medina to Jeddah Airport. Read the previous article here! Taking a Taxi from the Hotel to Madina Station My journey began with a taxi ride